Chapter Board
Chapter Board
The Chapter board is responsible for carrying out the purposes and objectives of the organization.
- The Chapter Board consists of the Chapter officers elected by the membership.
- The Board is authorized to adopt and publish such policies, procedures, and rules as necessary.
- The Board is responsible for exercising authority over all Chapter business and funds.
Please scroll down to view the list of our current chapter board members.
Board Members
Zach Jones, PMP
PRESIDENT
Zach Jones, PMP
PRESIDENT
President is responsible for handling the overall functioning of the Chapter, and is dedicated to achieving the Chapter vision, mission, and objectives as detailed in the Chapter Charter.
Rick Cordsen, PMP
VP OF MEMBERSHIP
Rick Cordsen, PMP
VP OF MEMBERSHIP
Currently responsible for developing and maintaining the chapter membership plan to assure the growth through recruitment and partnering with major local and regional employers. The position also includes publicity of the local Chapter through internal and external publications and through partnering with local businesses.
Pat Shannon, PMP
VP OF FINANCE
Pat Shannon, PMP
VP OF FINANCE
Currently responsible for maintaining the Chapter's financial records, goals & objectives as well as preparing the necessary New York State Tax forms, insurance forms, and annual financial plan/budget.
Steve Oberhaus, PMP
VP OF CERTIFICATION
Steve Oberhaus, PMP
VP OF CERTIFICATION
This position is responsible for assigning and tracking PDUs, as well as assisting members with obtaining and maintaining certification
Sumantra Sarkar, PMP
VP OF COMMUNICATIONS
Sumantra Sarkar, PMP
VP OF COMMUNICATIONS
This position is currently handling the responsibility for disseminating information both to and from chapter membership, and includes handling the publicity of the local chapter through internal and external publications and through partnering with local businesses.
Barbara A. Waters, PMP
VP OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Barbara A. Waters, PMP
VP OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
This position is responsible for promoting project management professionalism through the development of educational publications, seminars, and workshops designed to help project management professionals achieve certification. In addition to the aforementoined responsibilities, the PD Officer organizes and executes the annual Professional Development Day event hosted by the chapter.
Mark Bentlage, PMP
VP OF PROGRAMS
Mark Bentlage, PMP
VP OF PROGRAMS
This position is responsible for the development and delivery of programs related to Project Management for each scheduled chapter meeting.
Tom D'Onofrio, PMP
VP OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Tom D'Onofrio, PMP
VP OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
This position is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of information technology, including updating and maintaining chapter web site.
Chaitra Hebbar Ballalla, PMP
VP OF GOVERNANCE
Chaitra Hebbar Ballalla, PMP
VP OF GOVERNANCE
This position is in charge of all matters relating to maintaining the chapter as an independent corporation registered in the State of New York and shall keep a repository of all annual business meeting and other records relating to incorporation.
Kristen Gance
DIRECTOR AT LARGE
Kristen Gance
DIRECTOR AT LARGE
This position is a learning position and also served as a voting member on the board who attends meetings, assists where needed but has no assigned responsibilities.
Duane Theleman, PMP
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
Duane Theleman, PMP
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
Immediate Past President attends board meetings and advises the current board.